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Germany Visa from Thailand
Schengen C via VFS Sathorn and National D directly at the German Embassy — including EU Blue Card, Chancenkarte Opportunity Card, freelancer §21, and APS-certified study visas.
Quick Answer
Schengen fee €90, National D €75. Our service from THB 6,500 (Schengen) to THB 35,000 (Blue Card full package incl. sworn translations). Schengen decision 10–15 working days; Blue Card 8–12 weeks.
Routes we handle
| Route | Use case | Fee | Wait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schengen C | Tourism, business, family visit ≤ 90 days | €90 | 10–15 wd |
| National D — Study | Bachelor/Master (APS required) | €75 | 6–8 wk |
| National D — Blue Card | Skilled worker, salary ≥ €48,300 (2024) | €75 | 8–12 wk |
| Chancenkarte | Opportunity Card, job seeker, points-based | €75 | 8–10 wk |
| Freelancer §21 | Selbständige — artists, IT contractors, Berlin route | €75 | 10–14 wk |
| Family reunification | Spouse/child (A1 German required for spouse) | €75 | 3–6 mo |
APS-first study visa protocol
- Diploma authentication at MOE Thailand + MFA legalization.
- Sworn German translation (by German-recognized übersetzer).
- APS submission at German Embassy academic office — 2–3 weeks.
- University admission letter (Zulassungsbescheid) received.
- Blocked account €11,904/year (Fintiba or Expatrio).
- National D visa lodged at embassy — 6–8 weeks decision.
FAQ
- Schengen or National (D) visa?
- Trips ≤ 90 days in any 180-day window → Schengen C (tourism, business, family visit, short training). Stays > 90 days (study, work, family reunification, Blue Card, job seeker, freelancer, Chancenkarte) → National D visa filed at German Embassy Bangkok. The two use different application forms (VIDEX vs. printed Nationales Visum).
- Where to apply from Bangkok?
- Schengen C: VFS Global Sathorn (Silom Complex 15F) — appointment booked via VFS Germany portal, biometrics + document submission in one visit. National D: German Embassy directly, 9 South Sathorn Road — appointment via embassy's online scheduler, currently 6–12 week wait for study/work slots.
- How long?
- Schengen C: 10–15 working days standard, up to 45 in peak season (Jun–Aug). National D: study 6–8 weeks, work/Blue Card 8–12 weeks, family reunification 3–6 months (spouse German-language A1 required first).
- Fees?
- Schengen C: €90 (adults), €45 (children 6–11), free under 6. National D: €75. Blue Card in-Germany step: €100. Our service THB 6,500 (Schengen tourist) to THB 35,000 (Blue Card / freelancer full package with German-recognized translation + APS certificate for study).
- APS certificate — do I need one?
- Yes if applying for a Bachelor/Master student visa. Since 2024 all Thai study applicants must obtain an APS certificate (Akademische Prüfstelle) from the German Embassy academic office BEFORE filing the National D visa. We handle APS submission (2–3 weeks) as a bundled step.
- Chancenkarte (Opportunity Card) — is it real?
- Yes, live since June 2024. Points-based job-seeker route (min. 6 points from qualifications + German/English language + age + experience). We assess your point count, prepare the sworn German-translated CV/diplomas, and file the National D visa with a 1-year job-search validity.
Contact: 083-249-4999 · LINE @NYC168 · contact@ilc.ltd